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How much do exercise rider jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for exercise rider in New Jersey is $19.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.09 and $21.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an exercise rider?

An Exercise Rider is responsible for riding and conditioning racehorses during training sessions to keep them fit and prepared for competition. They follow training instructions from the trainer, ensuring horses maintain proper fitness levels and discipline. The job requires strong riding skills, knowledge of horse behavior, and the ability to handle high-performance horses safely. Exercise Riders often work early mornings at racetracks or training facilities and must be physically fit and experienced in handling various types of horses.

What does an exercise rider do?

A typical day for an Exercise Rider often starts early in the morning, as most training rides take place during the cooler hours before the main stable activities begin. You'll usually be responsible for warming up, exercising, and cooling down several horses under the direction of trainers, following each horse's unique training regimen. The role requires close collaboration with trainers, grooms, and sometimes veterinarians to relay information about a horse’s condition or behavior. Exercise Riders typically work outdoors in all weather conditions, making adaptability and resilience critical. Over time, proven skill and reliability can lead to riding more valuable horses or advancement to senior rider or assistant trainer positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an exercise rider?

To thrive as an Exercise Rider, you need expert horsemanship, physical fitness, and experience riding thoroughbred or racehorses, often acquired through hands-on work or professional riding schools. Familiarity with tack and safety equipment and, in some cases, certifications in equine care or first aid are important. Strong communication, attention to detail, and adaptability help Exercise Riders excel when working with trainers and handling multiple horses. These skills and qualities ensure safe, effective training sessions and support the development and well-being of the horses.

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Infographic showing various Exercise Rider job openings in New Jersey as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 49% Full Time, and 51% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $40,233 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

Warehouse Associate - Material Handler

Ivoclar Vivadent Manufacturing Inc.

Somerset, NJ • On-site

$17 - $19.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Re-posted 15 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Manage requests for materials through various communication channels and prepare raw materials / semi-finished goods for transfer, return, or staging.

  • Pick, deliver, and transfer materials within the warehouse and production areas, including leading batch kitting activities.

  • Perform inventory movements, cycle counts, and complete inventory transactions using inventory management systems.


Job description

Warehouse Associate - Material Handler Location: Somerset, NJ  Position Responsibilities:   
  • Manage requests for materials through various communication channels not limited to email, inventory management systems and visual identifiers (Kanban cards);
  • Pick bulk raw materials / semi-finished goods from various storage locations and deliver to product staging areas in a secure and consolidated manner.
  • Lead batch kitting activities for material delivery into production.
  • Utilize inventory management system(s) to identify specific material Batches or target First Expiry First Out (FEFO) or First In First Out (FIFO) inventory management;
  • Transfer materials from staging area(s) to the respective production line(s).
  • Prepare raw materials / semi-finished goods for return to storage locations, secured in packaging and accurately labeled with quantity.
  • Remove raw materials / semi-finished goods / finished goods from production lines to their respective staging area and/or warehouse locations in a secure and consolidated manner.
  • Monitor and replenish stock levels at Kanban (intermediate storage) locations, as needed.
  • Perform inventory movements using various equipment not limited to manual / motorized pallet jacks, fork trucks, box truck and other equipment, as needed.
  • Perform cycle counts not limited to quantity corrections or inventory management activities.
  • Complete inventory transactions within active inventory management system(s);
  • Perform multiple inventory storage replenishment through the production space daily:
  • Actively participate in daily department meetings to be aware of priorities and/or communicate relevant information.
  • Follow current, governing Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Work Instructions.
  • Lead and support training programs within the scope of work to support department needs. Responsible for performing preventive Maintenance on equipment in all facilities as specified in the preventive maintenance program.
  • Provide ownership and support to inventory needs as identified by Production and/or Warehouse.
  • Exercise good judgment in accordance with safety and operational policies and procedures.
  • Operate with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment to minimize delays to production and product shipment needs;
  • Perform other related duties and assignments as required.
 Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • At least 6 years of Warehouse, Logistics, or equivalent experience.
  • Good experience in using inventory or warehouse management system. SAP experience is preferred.
  • Reasonable computer software skills including, MS Office.
  • Ability to complete assigned tasks within working hours and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to communicate potential issues to the manager and help develop potential solutions and improvements.
  • Strong attention to detail, quality conscious, and excellent organizational skills.
  • Ability to maintain accurate paperwork and execute good documentation practices.
  • Ability to be a good team member and work well with diverse groups & personalities.
  • Safety conscious and compliant with all health and safety regulations.
  • Have a valid Driver's License and the ability to operate company vehicles, including Box Truck.

      

    Equipment & Machinery Used
    • Stand Up Reach Trucks, Order Picker, Walkie Rider Pallet Jack, manual pallet jack and others.
     Physical Demands
    • This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching during the workday. The employee may frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Regularly required to talk and hear, both in-person and over the phone. Working in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors such as temperature extremes, moving machinery and loud noise. 
    Benefits Offered
    • Medical Plan
    • Prescription drug coverage
    • Dental Plan
    • Retirement savings plan
    • Disability benefits
    • Flexible Spending Account
    • Voluntary benefits
    • Time off program 
    • Wellness program 
    Let's achieve our goal together.If you are looking for a job where you can contribute actively, develop personally and professionally and make a lasting difference then this is the right place for you. As an international family business with a long-term perspective, we know that it is our 3500 employees that are the key to our success. Let's achieve our goal together: Making people smile. Ivoclar is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action and, as such, affirms in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. Ivoclar will not discriminate against persons because of their disability and will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities. We will also make reasonable accommodations during the interview and selection process. 

     Hourly Rate: $20 - $22.50 based on experience